(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- American Repertory Ballet presents Swan Lake at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) from October 23-25, 2026. Experience the timeless beauty of Swan Lake, a classic story ballet with breathtaking choreography, unforgettable music, and incredible dancing that will transport you and your family to an enchanted world.
Set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score, Swan Lake tells the tale of Odette, a princess trapped by an evil curse to live her life as a swan. Drama unfolds when Prince Siegfried pursues Odette in an attempt to win her love and break the spell. This fairytale about the transformative power of love and forgiveness has captivated audiences for centuries. Whether you're discovering ballet for the first time or returning to see this beloved favorite, ARB’s stunning production is one you won't want to miss.
Performances take place Friday, October 23 at 7:00pm; Saturday, October 24 at 2:00pm & 7:00pm; and Sunday, October 25 at 2:00pm. Tickets are available for purchase online. New Brunswick Performing Arts Center is located at 11 Livingston Avenue in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Founded in 1954 as the Princeton Ballet Society, American Repertory Ballet has been designated a “Major Arts Institution'' by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and has been awarded a Citation of Excellence by the Council. The company is a core partner of The Arts Institute of Middlesex County and has been recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts and other major foundations and leaders in the field as a prominent force in the field of dance. Princeton Ballet School, ARB’s official school, attracts talent from around the world while providing opportunities for local students of all ages, such as through its award winning DANCE POWER program.
Princeton Ballet School (PBS) is the official school of American Repertory Ballet. PBS has gained an international reputation for its excellent dance training since its founding in 1954 by “New Jersey’s First Lady of Dance,”[1] Audrée Estey. At its studio locations in Princeton and New Brunswick, PBS offers classes in ballet, contemporary dance, tap, character, and more. PBS provides opportunities for students ages 3 through adult, including its award-winning DANCE POWER program, and performance opportunities, such as the option to participate in American Repertory Ballet’s celebrated annual production of The Nutcracker.
Sunday, Oct 18, 2026
@ 6:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
There are multiple performances including:
Sunday, Oct 18, 2026
@ 2:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
New Brunswick, NJ
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026
@ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
There are multiple performances including:
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
@ 7:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC)
New Brunswick, NJ
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
@ 8:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
